Iserv, one of Michigan's largest Internet Service Providers, was acquired this year by Boston-based telecom firm 382 Communications in July 2012. Company Chairman Richard Koch will share his experience and lessons learned throughout the process, as well as the challenges and surprises that arise in such transactions. Koch will touch on all aspects of the acquisition, including finance, staff planning and the challenges of cross-company cultural differences.

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